VITAS HEALTHCARE CONTINUES ITS PATHWAY OF SUCCESS AND PROMOTES TWO KEY OPERATIONS EXECUTIVES
February 23, 2024 – Two executive leaders at VITAS Healthcare have been promoted to top operational roles. Joel Wherley now serves as president and chief operating officer (COO) and Bryan Wysong as executive vice president (EVP) of operations for the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider.
In recognition of the ongoing contributions to VITAS and parent company Chemed Corporation, Nick Westfall has been named as VITAS chairman and chief executive officer. This primary responsibility is in addition to his continually expanding duties as EVP of Chemed Corporation.
This announcement follows several other recent strategic promotions as the hospice company adjusts to continued growth in high-quality patient care throughout the US. These changes enable the organization to proactively prepare for further development opportunities ahead. VITAS continues to lead the hospice community as one of the largest end-of-life care providers in the country.
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JACKSON WEST MEDICAL CENTER RECEIVES 2023 PRESS GANEY HUMAN EXPERIENCE GUARDIAN OF EXCELLENCE AWARD®
Jackson West Medical Center is recognized as a leader in patient satisfaction within the healthcare industry, signifying the best practices businesses should consider implementing in a new year.
February 20, 2024 – Jackson West Medical Center has been named a 2023 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the top hospitals and health systems in the country, according to performance in patient experience and satisfaction.
As a winner of the Press Ganey HX Guardian of Excellence Award®, Jackson West is in the top 5 percent of healthcare providers delivering patient satisfaction in the last year, achieving a rating of 95 percent in the Likelihood to Recommend and Overall rating category.
Press Ganey works with more than 41,000 healthcare facilities in its mission to reduce patient suffering and enhance caregiver resilience to improve the overall safety, quality, and experience of care.
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HSS FLORIDA APPOINTS HEATHER WOOLF, RN AS VICE PRESIDENT, HSS PALM BEACH COUNTY
February 21, 2024 – HSS Florida, part of world leader in orthopedics Hospital for Special Surgery, has appointed experienced executive and Registered Nurse Heather Woolf as Vice President and senior administrator for its teams and facilities in Palm Beach County. Previously, Woolf served in leadership roles at healthcare institutions in Stuart, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, and as Chief Operating Officer for a physician network spanning more than 100 locations in Florida and South Carolina. Woolf starts in the new role on March 18, reporting to HSS Florida CEO Tara McCoy and partnering closely with Co-Medical Directors Nicholas Sama, MD, and Ryan Simovitch, MD, sports medicine surgeon.
Founded in 1863 and headquartered in New York City, HSS is the world’s leading academic medical system specialized in musculoskeletal health. HSS has been ranked no. 1 in orthopedics worldwide for the past four years by Newsweek, and nationwide since 2010 by US News & World Report. Before the opening of HSS West Palm Beach in 2020, thousands of Florida residents traveled each year for care at the HSS main campus in New York City.
Ms. Woolf earned her Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration at Florida Atlantic University. She is a past member of the Executive Leadership Board of the Extraordinary Women Leading Change Conference in Fort Lauderdale. A Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Ms. Woolf is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), the Florida Association of Nursing (FNA), and the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ).
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ROBERT DERHAGOPIAN, M.D., FACS, JOINS THE CHRISTINE E. LYNN WOMEN’S HEALTH & WELLNESS INSTITUTE
February 21, 2024 – Robert DerHagopian, M.D., FACS, has joined the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute, part of Baptist Health, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, as a breast health specialist. He draws upon his four decades of breast surgical oncology experience to assess a patient’s breast cancer risk and offer education and risk reduction strategies. He provides pre- and post-biopsy consultations as well as personalized breast imaging surveillance plans. He also helps patients with a history of breast cancer manage their cancer survivorship care plan.
“We are happy to welcome Dr. DerHagopian to our multidisciplinary cancer care team, dedicated to the highest quality care,” said Dr. Kathy Schilling, medical director of the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute.
Dr. DerHagopian has a rich history with Baptist Health, serving for a combined 10 years as director of the Baptist Health Breast Center and director of the Breast Center at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute. Prior to those roles, he was in private practice for 26 years as a breast surgical oncologist.
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HOLY CROSS HEALTH’S EVENING OF GRATITUDE CELEBRATES ACCOMPLISHMENTS MADE POSSIBLE BY PHILANTHROPY CIRCLE MAJOR DONORS
Holy Cross Health Cardiologist Karan Munuswamy, M.D. presented with inaugural Remarkable Philanthropy Champion Award
February 23, 2024 – Holy Cross Health hosted an Evening of Gratitude to express heartfelt appreciation to generous donors who helped raise more than $11 million in 2023 for Holy Cross to continue to bring the community state-of-the-art technology and equipment and transformational programs and services.
More than 135 guests, including Philanthropy Circle supporters and Holy Cross Health board members, enjoyed an outdoor reception and live musical entertainment under the stars on the patio at Lauderdale Yacht Club followed by dinner and the evening’s program.
“I want to express my appreciation to all of those who through their generosity have made a significant impact on the patients that we serve,” said Mark Doyle, President and CEO of Holy Cross Health. “Their commitment is the driving force behind our continued success. We are grateful for the difference they make not only within our hospital but throughout the entire community. Through philanthropy, we are building excellence together.”
READ MORE | BROWARD HEALTH NORTH PLAQUE DEDICATION FOR BROWARD SHERIFF’S OFFICE BATTALION CHIEF TERRYSON JACKSON
February 22, 2024 – Broward Health North held a special plaque dedication for Broward Sheriff’s Office Battalion Chief Terryson Jackson who tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash.
Emergency room doctors, nurses, and caregivers, along with BSO staff and Jackson’s beloved family, gathered for the unveiling of the new plaque that is now displayed in the emergency department near the EMS patient transport entrance of Broward Health North.
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE EARNS NATIONAL PANCREAS FOUNDATION DESIGNATION
The Center of Excellence award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to world-class and compassionate care for patients with pancreatic cancer.
February 21, 2024 – The National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) has named Tampa General Hospital (TGH) as one of its approved Center of Excellence facilities for pancreatic cancer treatment.
The NPF chose Tampa General after a rigorous audit review of its multidisciplinary treatment of pancreatic cancer, which includes a “whole patient” approach for the best possible outcomes and improved quality of life for patients. Tampa General joins a select group of NPF-approved health care centers throughout the United States.
“As a member of the TGH Cancer Institute, I am very proud that Tampa General’s pancreatic cancer program has been designated as an NPF Center for the treatment of pancreatic cancer,” said Dr. Andreas Karachristos, professor and director of the Division of Surgical Oncology at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. “This achievement would not be possible without the strong support of the hospital leadership and the TGH Cancer Institute’s multidisciplinary approach of caring for our patients. This recognition is a testament to our team’s ongoing commitment to providing the best and most innovative care possible.” Karachristos joined Tampa General and USF Health from the prestigious Fox Chase Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Philadelphia.
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MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAM TARGETS OT ASSISTANTS OTA to MOT pathway requires practical experience but not a Bachelor’s
MIAMI, FL. – February 26, 2024 — The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) in Miami has added a unique hybrid immersion pathway for Occupational Therapy Assistants without bachelor’s degrees who are ready to grow professionally and obtain a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT). Students with bachelor’s degrees are also eligible for the hybrid immersion MOT. The priority deadline for 2024 Summer and Fall applications is March 15, 2024.
Starting in May 2024, the hybrid immersion format is the latest addition to USAHS Miami’s pathways to an MOT degree. One of a handful of universities in the country dedicated to graduate studies in rehabilitative sciences, USAHS has a track record of innovative formats that include full-time studies as well as hybrid options that blend online learning with in-person lab work. Rolling admissions and a trimester structure add flexibility. Founded in St. Augustine, Florida in 1979, the University now has five campuses in California, Florida, and Texas.
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RECOGNITION OF ADVANCED BREAST CENTER AT WELLINGTON REGIONAL AS A CERTIFIED PARTICIPANT
February 22, 2024 – Advanced Breast Center at Wellington Regional has recently been recognized as a Certified Participant in the National Quality Measures for Breast Centers Program™. This distinguished honor represents a commitment by this breast center to provide the highest level of quality breast health care to patients in their community.
Measuring and comparing quality performance is essential in assessing patient care and allocating resources where improvement is desired. In today’s dynamic health care industry, breast centers are faced with providing quality care while simultaneously keeping costs under control. A center’s staff must not only be familiar with existing standards of care but must also be aware of new advances in technology. Advanced Breast Center at Wellington Regional has taken a major step to ensure they provide the best possible quality care to breast patients in their community.
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ORGAN TRANSPLANTS REACHED RECORD LEVELS AT CLEVELAND CLINIC IN 2023, SAVING MORE LIVES USING TEAMWORK AND INNOVATION
February 14, 2024 – Cleveland Clinic performed 1,232 organ transplants in 2023 – including heart, intestine, kidney, liver, lung, and pancreas transplants from deceased donors – as well as living donor transplantation for kidney and liver. That is up 17% from the number of organ transplants performed at Cleveland Clinic in 2022.
“We are grateful for organ donors and their families who make the gift of life possible for our patients,” said Charles Miller, M.D., Cleveland Clinic’s enterprise director of transplantation. “Our teams work collaboratively to honor that gift and save more lives.”
Cleveland Clinic’s transplant sites are located at its main campus in Cleveland, Ohio; Weston Hospital in Florida; and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.
With innovative approaches and teamwork, Cleveland Clinic’s global transplant programs continue to grow to save more lives.
-The liver transplant programs in Ohio and Florida use new technology to preserve and assess donor organs before transplantation. -Normothermic machine perfusion preserves the donor organ in a warm, oxygen-and nutrient-rich environment. As a result of using this organ preservation technology, more donated organs can be assessed and safely preserved, resulting in more usable organs and less time waiting to receive a lifesaving transplant.
-Cleveland Clinic’s Organ Repair Centers in Ohio and Florida perfuse some of the donated organs so they can undergo viability assessment prior to transplantation.
-Living donation makes more transplants possible at Cleveland Clinic’s global transplant programs.
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HCA FLORIDA JFK HOSPITAL INTRODUCES INNOVATIVE BRAIN TUMOR TREATMENT
February 22, 2024- In a pioneering move, HCA Florida JFK Hospital is now offering GammaTile® Therapy, an FDA-cleared, Surgically Targeted Radiation Therapy (STaRT), for brain tumors. Neurosurgeon, Dr. Yehuda Herschman, and radiation oncologists Dr. Georges Hatoum, and Dr. Silvio Garcia successfully performed the first treatment on a patient in Palm Beach County earlier this month.
GammaTile Therapy, a cutting-edge approach to treating aggressive brain tumors, aims to delay tumor regrowth while safeguarding healthy brain tissue. “I am excited to offer this new treatment for brain tumor patients and look forward to partnering with local physicians for those who may be good candidates for this treatment,” expressed Dr. Herschman.
With over 200,000 annual diagnoses of aggressive brain tumors in the U.S., this surgically treated radiation therapy addresses the challenge of recurrence in resistant tumors. The FDA-cleared treatment is suitable for newly diagnosed malignant brain tumors, recurrent gliomas, glioblastomas, meningiomas, and brain metastases.
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HCA FLORIDA NORTHWEST HOSPITAL APPOINTS NEW BOARD OF TRUSTEE CHAIRS
February 22, 2024 – HCA Florida Northwest Hospital proudly announces the appointment of two distinguished individuals to its Board of Trustees. Dr. Alan A. MacGill has been appointed as the Vice Chair, and Dr. Ivonne Maria Reynolds assumes the role of the Board Chair.
Alan A. MacGill, DPM – Vice Chair - brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Vice Chair. Currently serving as the Director of the HCA Florida Northwest Hospital Foot & Ankle Surgery Residency Program, he is also a board member of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons, a society comprising over 8,000 foot and ankle surgeons.
Ivonne Maria Reynolds, DO – Board Chair -
Coming from humble beginnings, Dr. Ivonne Maria Reynolds brings a unique perspective to her role as the Board Chair. With over 24 years in Florida, she has built a successful practice specializing in high-risk obstetrics and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Reynolds is also the Medical Director and Primary Investigator at the South Florida Clinical Research Institute.
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SPOTLIGHT ON EARLY DETECTION OF 3 HEART DISEASES USING ECG-AI
ROCHESTER, Minn. February 22, 2024 — Too often, the first sign of cardiovascular disease may be a major event like a heart attack, stroke or cardiac arrest. Now, researchers and clinicians at Mayo Clinic are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to flag heart problems earlier, boosting the abilities of a diagnostic test that has been around for over a century — the electrocardiogram (ECG).
Early detection of heart disease can make a significant difference in a patient’s quality of life and longevity, but a lack of defining symptoms adds complexity. The AI-enabled ECG provides a way to potentially detect heart disease earlier and track disease progression using a test that is relatively inexpensive, readily available and often already part of a patient’s electronic health record.
Mayo Clinic has developed ECG-AI algorithms that are currently used in research to predict a patient’s likelihood of having heart conditions like atrial fibrillation, amyloidosis, aortic stenosis, low ejection fraction, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and more. The AI can also predict a patient’s biological age using traditional 12-lead and single-lead ECGs from smartwatches and portable devices. One standout application is the use of ECG-AI to detect low ejection fraction, commonly called a weak heart pump. The 12-lead algorithm for detecting this condition is cleared for clinical use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and licensed to Anumana. A single-lead algorithm for handheld devices externally applied to the chest is licensed to Eko Health for commercial development.
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AHCA/NCAL, NAACOS RELEASE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENHANCE LTC PROVIDERS’ ROLE IN VALUE-BASED CARE
White Paper Focuses on Greater Participation in Accountable Care Organizations
WASHINGTON – February 21. 2024- The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) and the National Association of ACOs (NAACOS) today jointly released a set of recommendations that were recently shared with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that, if implemented, would increase the participation of long term and post-acute care (LTPAC) providers in accountable care organizations (ACOs).
Fewer than 2,000 skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) participate in ACOs, representing less than 10 percent of SNFs nationwide, and nearly 70 percent of ACOs have no SNF participation. LTPAC providers face myriad challenges participating in CMS value-based care models, including ACOs, despite targeted partnerships’ ability to produce significant cost savings and care improvements. Current program policies in ACO models do not align well with LTPAC providers, including those that determine which patients ACOs are accountable for, setting financial benchmarks, and quality measures. But as one of the highest-cost and most complex patient populations, LTPAC presents a significant opportunity for improved resident outcomes and reduced costs to the Medicare program.
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LEE HEALTH FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY NURSING SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM HELPS NURSING STUDENTS IN LEE COUNTY FIND JOBS WITH LEE HEALTH AFTER THEY GRADUATE
February 20, 2024 — Lee Health has partnered with Florida Gulf Coast University to incentivize nursing students to live and work in Lee County by implementing the new Lee Health Florida Gulf Coast University Nursing Scholarship Program.
The health system is excited to announce that it has accepted the first cohort of 21 students. Scholarship recipients will apply to a Lee Health Nurse Residency program before their final semester and commit to work for Lee Health for 18 months upon graduation from the program. Going forward with continued funding, Lee Health hopes to welcome both a spring and fall cohort of students each year.
This scholarship is made possible through the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) grant combining funds from the state of Florida and the Lee Health Foundation, and it contributes to the nursing education of current or prospective Lee Health employees who have been accepted into FGCU’s School of Nursing.
Along with financial support, the recipients of the scholarship will experience Lee Health’s culture and commitment to nursing through participation in activities to enrich students’ educational experience and prepare them for practice beyond graduation. These activities include educational speakers, conferences, symposiums and interdisciplinary rounds, as well as clinical rotations in Lee Health facilities to gain exposure and experience.
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LEE HEALTH’S HEALTHPARK MEDICAL CENTER NAMED AMONG THE TOP 50 HOSPITALS FOR HEART CARE IN THE U.S. FOR THE 11TH TIME
February 20, 2023 — Lee Health’s HealthPark Medical Center has again been named a top performing hospital in the 2024 PINC AI™ 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ study, joining some of the most elite hospitals in the country that provide top-tier heart care. This marks the 11th year that HealthPark Medical Center has won the award.
Formerly known as the IBM Watson award, the PINC AI™ 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ represent the highest standard of cardiovascular care in the United States. Premier Inc. acquired the distinction from Merative, formally IBM Watson.
HealthPark Medical Center is one of only five hospitals in Florida and the only hospital in Southwest Florida to earn the designation.
“We are extremely honored to be among the top 50 hospitals in the country for cardiovascular care for the 11th time,” said chief physician executive for the Lee Health Heart Institute Dr. Malissa Wood. “Our cardiovascular teams are committed to providing the highest standard of care and providing world-class care to our Southwest Florida patients every day. We couldn’t be more proud to receive this award.”
This year’s study included more than 900 U.S. hospitals with cardiovascular service lines. To create the list, an objective, quantitative analysis of publicly available data was conducted to identify the top cardiovascular hospitals.
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LEE HEALTH’S HEALTHPARK MEDICAL CENTER NAMED AMONG THE TOP 50 HOSPITALS FOR HEART CARE IN THE U.S. FOR THE 11TH TIME
February 20, 2023 — Lee Health’s HealthPark Medical Center has again been named a top performing hospital in the 2024 PINC AI™ 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ study, joining some of the most elite hospitals in the country that provide top-tier heart care. This marks the 11th year that HealthPark Medical Center has won the award.
Formerly known as the IBM Watson award, the PINC AI™ 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ represent the highest standard of cardiovascular care in the United States. Premier Inc. acquired the distinction from Merative, formally IBM Watson.
HealthPark Medical Center is one of only five hospitals in Florida and the only hospital in Southwest Florida to earn the designation.
“We are extremely honored to be among the top 50 hospitals in the country for cardiovascular care for the 11th time,” said chief physician executive for the Lee Health Heart Institute Dr. Malissa Wood. “Our cardiovascular teams are committed to providing the highest standard of care and providing world-class care to our Southwest Florida patients every day. We couldn’t be more proud to receive this award.”
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NIH STUDY OFFERS NEW CLUES INTO THE CAUSES OF POST-INFECTIOUS ME/CFS
In-depth study finds brain, immune, and metabolic abnormalities linked to debilitating chronic disease.
February 21, 2024 – In a detailed clinical study, researchers at the National Institutes of Health have found differences in the brains and immune systems of people with post-infectious myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (PI-ME/CFS). They also found distinct differences between men and women with the disease. The findings were published in Nature Communications.
“People with ME/CFS have very real and disabling symptoms, but uncovering their biological basis has been extremely difficult,” said Walter Koroshetz, M.D., director of NIH’s National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). “This in-depth study of a small group of people found a number of factors that likely contribute to their ME/CFS. Now researchers can test whether these findings apply to a larger patient group and move towards identifying treatments that target core drivers of the disease.”
A team of multidisciplinary researchers discovered how feelings of fatigue are processed in the brains of people with ME/CFS. Results from functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) brain scans showed that people with ME/CFS had lower activity in a brain region called the temporal-parietal junction (TPJ), which may cause fatigue by disrupting the way the brain decides how to exert effort.
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WOMEN MAY REALIZE HEALTH BENEFITS OF REGULAR EXERCISE MORE THAN MEN
February 21, 2024- An NIH-supported observational study finds that even when women and men get the same amount of physical activity, the risk of premature death is lower for women.
For all the health benefits of exercise for both groups, however, only 33% of women and 43% of men in the study met the standard for weekly aerobic exercise, while 20% of women and 28% of men completed a weekly strength training session.
“Even a limited amount of regular exercise can provide a major benefit, and it turns out this is especially true for women,” said Cheng. “Taking some regular time out for exercise, even if it’s just 20-30 minutes of vigorous exercise a few times each week, can offer a lot more gain than they may realize.”
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NIH STUDY OFFERS NEW CLUES INTO THE CAUSES OF POST-INFECTIOUS ME/CFS
In-depth study finds brain, immune, and metabolic abnormalities linked to debilitating chronic disease.
February 21, 2024 – In a detailed clinical study, researchers at the National Institutes of Health have found differences in the brains and immune systems of people with post-infectious myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (PI-ME/CFS). They also found distinct differences between men and women with the disease. The findings were published in Nature Communications.
“People with ME/CFS have very real and disabling symptoms, but uncovering their biological basis has been extremely difficult,” said Walter Koroshetz, M.D., director of NIH’s National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). “This in-depth study of a small group of people found a number of factors that likely contribute to their ME/CFS. Now researchers can test whether these findings apply to a larger patient group and move towards identifying treatments that target core drivers of the disease.”
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LONG-ACTING HIV TREATMENT DEMONSTRATES EFFICACY IN PEOPLE WITH CHALLENGES TAKING DAILY MEDICINE AS PRESCRIBED
Transmission electron micrograph of HIV-1 virus particles (orange) replicating from the plasma membrane of an infected H9 T cell.NIAID
February 21, 2024 – Long-acting antiretroviral therapy (ART) with cabotegravir and rilpivirine was superior in suppressing HIV replication compared to daily oral ART in people who had been unable to maintain viral suppression through an oral daily regimen, according to interim data from a randomized trial. Upon review of these findings, an independent Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) recommended halting randomization and inviting all eligible study participants to take long-acting ART. The study is sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, in collaboration with the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, ViiV Healthcare and ACTG, a global NIH-funded clinical trials network that designed and implemented the study. NIH accepted the DSMB’s recommendation.
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NIH LAUNCHES RESEARCH NETWORK TO EVALUATE EMERGING CANCER SCREENING TECHNOLOGIES
Clinical trials will assess multi-cancer detection tests, among others.
February 21, 2024 – The National Institutes of Health has launched a clinical trials network to evaluate emerging technologies for cancer screening. The Cancer Screening Research Network (CSRN) will support the Biden-Harris administration’s Cancer Moonshot℠ by investigating how to identify cancers earlier, when they may be easier to treat. Eight groups have received funding from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of NIH, to carry out the initial activities of the network.
“There are many cancers we still cannot reliably detect until it is so late that they become extremely difficult to treat,” said W. Kimryn Rathmell, M.D., Ph.D., director of NCI. “Emerging technologies such as multi-cancer detection tests could transform cancer screening and help to extend the lives of many more people. We need to be sure that these technologies work and understand how to use them so they benefit everyone.”
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SCIENTISTS DEVELOP A SIMPLE BLOOD TEST TO QUICKLY DIAGNOSE SARCOIDOSIS
February 22, 2024 – A research project supported by the National Institutes of Health has developed a tool to rapidly and inexpensively diagnose sarcoidosis, a chronic inflammatory disease marked by the growth of tiny lumps called granulomas in the lungs and other organs in the body. The tool, which uses a simple blood test, could allow for selective use of more invasive diagnostic tests often used to identify the disease. The findings published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
“Currently, diagnosing sarcoidosis isn’t a straightforward process, and requires tissue removal and testing with additional screenings to rule out other diseases, such as tuberculosis or lung cancer,” said James Kiley, Ph.D., Director of the Division of Lung Diseases at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, part of NIH. “Using a blood test will help diagnose faster, particularly in those organs that are more challenging to biopsy and with less harm to the patient.”
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United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention, in collaboration with the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition and Florida Department of Children and Families will host the 9th Annual Behavioral Health Conference: The Power of Prevention on Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15 at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center to promote community awareness and support of behavioral health and substance use prevention.
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JACKSON WEST MEDICAL CENTER RECEIVES 2023 PRESS GANEY HUMAN EXPERIENCE GUARDIAN OF EXCELLENCE AWARD®
Jackson West Medical Center is recognized as a leader in patient satisfaction within the healthcare industry, signifying the best practices businesses should consider implementing in a new year.
February 20, 2024 – Jackson West Medical Center has been named a 2023 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the top hospitals and health systems in the country, according to performance in patient experience and satisfaction.
As a winner of the Press Ganey HX Guardian of Excellence Award®, Jackson West is in the top 5 percent of healthcare providers delivering patient satisfaction in the last year, achieving a rating of 95 percent in the Likelihood to Recommend and Overall rating category.
Press Ganey works with more than 41,000 healthcare facilities in its mission to reduce patient suffering and enhance caregiver resilience to improve the overall safety, quality, and experience of care.
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On March 1st, there will be an important conference focused on mental health, addictions, and wellness specifically designed for physicians and therapists from all disciplines. The conference is held in Coral Gables and offers attendees the opportunity to earn 4 Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits and 5 Continuing Education Units (CEU).
The agenda for the conference includes highly relevant topics presented by esteemed Physicians and Clinicians. We offer a full day agenda of important Mental Health and Addictions topics presented by top specialists in their field. Registration and more information on agenda and speakers can be found in the link below.
Alcohol Misuse in Women: Presented by Barbara Mason, PhD. Integrated Approaches to Mental Health: The Role of rTMS: Conducted by Antonello Bonci, MD. Understanding Tardive Dyskinesia: Led by Patricia Ares, MD. |
Rhythms for the Brain: A NeuroArts Symposium Sponsored by: Cleveland Clinic March 23, 2024 – KRAVIS CENTER – HELEN K. PERSSON HALL
The Kravis Center, in collaboration with the Mind, Music and Movement Foundation for Neurological Disorders, presents this one-day conference featuring nationally recognized researchers and leaders in this field: Brian Harris, David Leventhal, Dr. Jason Hao, Dr. Amre Nouh and Susan Magsamen. The event will focus on how the arts measurably change the body, brain and behavior, improve physical and mental health, amplify the ability to prevent, manage and recover from diseases and more.
This is an in-person event with an option to join virtually at 12PM via Zoom.
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3rd Annual Naples Cardiovascular Summit March 1-2, 2024 Arthrex Conference One
The 3rd Annual Naples Cardiovascular Summit is targeted to primary care physicians and clinicians, nurses, and first responders. Committed to providing the highest quality of cardiovascular care for nearly 25 years in Southwest Florida, the NCH Rooney Heart Institute is partnering with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute for this two-day event. Focusing on cardiovascular healthcare advancements and topics, and expanding the knowledge and expertise into the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular disease.
Register today: https://nchstaging.wpengine.com/nhi-cardio-summit/ |
DOH-MIAMI-DADE TO HOST FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING EVENTS IN FEBRUARY
February 6, 2024 – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) invites the community to attend free blood pressure screening events at the following two sites (no pre-registration is required):
Every Thursday in February from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at:
Frederica Wilson and Juanita Mann Health Center
2520 NW 75 St.
Miami, FL 33147
Every Friday in February from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at:
West Perrine Health Center
18255 Homestead Ave.
Miami, FL 33157
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EMERGE AMERICAS PARTNERS WITH JACKSON HEALTH SYSTEM AND UHEALTH – UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI HEALTH SYSTEM – TO DEBUT THE HEALTHTECH INNOVATION HUB
The Hub Will Connect Healthcare Providers, Healthtech Companies and Investors to Drive the Patient Experience of the Future
Miami, FL. – December 12, 2023 – eMerge Americas, the premier technology conference and expo shaping the future of tech, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System on the launch of the Healthtech Innovation Hub. The highly-anticipated Healthtech experience will make its debut at the eMerge Americas 2024 Conference and Expo, which takes place on April 18 + 19, 2024 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
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CONSORTIUM’S NEXT CONFERENCE ON TECHNOLOGY AND NURSING TO TAKE PLACE AT DISNEY’S CORONADO SPRINGS RESORT
Early-bird registration now open
Poster abstracts being accepted
Sponsorships opportunities available
The Nursing Consortium of Florida’s next conference Caring Connections; Discovering Magic at the Intersection of Technology & Nursing will take place at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. The two half-day conference will begin at noon on Friday June 28 and conclude before noon the following day. Register today and be among the first to see the special travel packages available only to conference attendees and their accompanying families and friends. Submit an abstract to share how your organization’s technology implementations are contributing to improved patient outcomes and experiences and to nurse team learning and collaboration. Become a conference sponsor and add to the magic! In addition to a great conference, we will offer an extraordinary get-a-way value for those traveling to Orlando and locals alike. Once registering to attend the conference, attendees will be able to book a discounted hotel room and select from a range of specially-priced Theme Park tickets including partial-day tickets available only to those attending a conference at Walt Disney World®.
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CALL CHARLES FELIX TO ADVERTISE YOUR JOB OPENINGS - 954-605-4785 STARTING AS LOW AS $50 |
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
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Over 873,000 Patients in Florida are using Cannabis as their Medicine FOR LATEST OMMU REPORTS FROM OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA HERE Highlights from FEBRUARY 23, 2024
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BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card): Feb 23 2024- 873,219 Feb 16 2024- 871,883 Feb 09 2024- 871,656 Feb 02 2024- 872,376 Jan 26 2024- 871,459 Jan 19 2024- 870,458 Patients Added Last Week: 1,336 Qualified Ordering Physicians:
2,698 New Doctors added Last Week: -37 Reporting Period: Feb 9 - Feb 15 2024
Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 340.390,005
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,347,651 -Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 107,015.794 Approved Dispensing Locations: 621 Added Last Week: 3
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